Gianni Gagliardo 'Monvigliero', Barolo DOCG, Italy 2019 Recent Offers The 2018 Leese-Fitch Merlot is

The 2018 Leese-Fitch Merlot is bright and inviting with aromas of ripe red fruits

the Brut Reserve is a terrific introduction to the house style

From a site on the other (southern) side of the appellation

With good balance between black-currant fruits and a sophisticated structure

sharp tannins

Gianni Gagliardo 'Monvigliero', Barolo DOCG, Italy 2019 Recent Offers The 2018 Leese-Fitch Merlot isTaut chalky and talc minerality kicks off on the first nose. Bright strawberries and cherries on a blazing lavender, carnation, tulip flowers bouquet. In the background lean scents of balsamic dried bay leaf, lichen, wet black musk and eucalypt. A layer of tannins leaves grip but it stays fresh and long on the finish with lingering accents of fruit and mineral.